Childcare Cook

Oz Education is actively seeking a part-time hrs per week) cook for our childcare centre located in Footscray

If you are an experienced cook with knowledge in early childhood menus, food preparation for children with allergies and intolerances and meet the following criteria, please submit your cover letter and resume.

The ideal candidate will:

• Demonstrate an understanding of early childhood nutrition and dietary guidelines.
• Demonstrate proficiency in planning menus tailored for early childhood.
• Demonstrate knowledge of ingredients and suitable substitutes for children with allergies, intolerances, and diverse cultural food preferences.
• Be able to efficiently manage food ordering and kitchen supplies through online websites such as Woolworths.
• Coordinate and prepare food for centre events.
• Demonstrate an understanding of correct food handling procedures and maintain the kitchen health and hygiene in line with regulatory and company standards.
• Skillfully prepare, cook, and serve meals and snacks to children
• Fulfill additional responsibilities as assigned by the centre director.

Benefits

• Uniform supplied
• Ongoing, paid professional development opportunities
• Joining a well-established, family owned business
• Educator Day celebration
• Refer an educator - receive a $500 bonus per successful referral
• Supportive, long-standing management team
• Staff discounts for care
• Wages paid weekly
• ECEC Workforce Worker Retention Payment

Required Qualifications & Checks

• Food Safety Supervisor Certificate
• Valid Working with Children Check
• National Police Check
• First Aid & CPR certificate
• Child Protection training

Desired Qualifications

• Working towards or hold a Certificate III / Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care

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